BootGlide™: Easier On/Off, No Added Bulk
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BootGlide™: Patented Easy-On Boot Technology
BootGlide™ is Laetts’ patented innovation designed to make boots slide on and off with less friction, less fatigue, and more freedom. Whether you’re suiting up for a ski day, snowmobiling, or managing post-injury stiffness, BootGlide™ transforms the beginning and end of every winter adventure.
How it Work
BootGlide™ uses a precision-engineered yarn system that reduces friction against the inner boot wall while maintaining warmth, structure, and support. The system works in harmony with HygroHeat™, which sustains internal warmth, and Laetts Compression, which stabilizes fit and circulation. Together, these technologies create a smooth, responsive interface between your foot and boot — reducing effort, preserving energy, and improving comfort during long days in the cold.
BootGlide™ integrates three core elements:
- Low-Friction Technical Yarns
Specially selected multi-filament yarns form a sleek contact layer that minimizes resistance against the boot liner.
- Structured Flex Zones
Strategically engineered areas provide gentle, targeted compression over the instep and heel — where friction and pressure are typically highest. - Dual-Direction Glide Mechanism
Designed for both entry and exit, this knit structure prevents snagging and bunching, maintaining its glide effect even after repeated use.
Why it Matters
BootGlide™ isn’t just about comfort. It’s about independence and performance.
🥼 Supports mobility for people with stiff ankles, post-surgery recovery, or reduced flexibility
❄️ Reduces effort when pulling on ski boots, snowboarding gear, or tight trail footwear
⏳ Saves time getting in and out of gear before and after cold adventures
🏅 Maintains thermal performance without adding bulk or compromising sock fit
From Patent to Performance
BootGlide™ is now officially patented, following successful field testing and design validation. The granted claims include:
“A low-friction knit construction formed of multi-filament and moisture-managing yarns, configured to reduce resistance when entering and exiting a boot.”
Every pair of Laetts socks with BootGlide™ includes this system, knitted directly into the structure—not added on as a surface finish. This achievement reflects the same spirit of innovation and problem-solving detailed in Our Story, where the Laetts journey began with one simple goal: to make performance gear smarter, warmer, and easier to wear.
Built for Real Winter Movement
From competitive skiers to aging adventurers, BootGlide™ is built to help you move freely, stay warm, and waste less energy on your gear. It performs best when paired with HygroHeat™ for warmth and Laetts Compression for circulation.
See BootGlide™ in Action
“It was the first time I didn’t dread putting on my boots.”
Read more about BootGlide™ in Real Life
Hear from skiers, seniors, and outdoor athletes who rely on BootGlide™ every season.
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